Flutie sees Tebow similarities

Former Patriots quarterback weighs in on current third-stringer, Brady's longevity

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- When the topic is New England Patriots quarterbacks, there are essentially three hot-button questions.

Can Tom Brady play at a high level into his 40s, as he desires? Is strong-armed backup Ryan Mallett potential trade bait for a club looking for a No. 1 option? And, assuming he makes the club, which looks to be the case at this time, what might Tim Tebow provide in his role as a third-stringer?